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FH08 PZZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Lpg 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

262,281 mi
Last recorded262,281 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 PZZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 262,281 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 28 Apr 2026 262,281 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Apr 2025 252,833 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 246,683 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 235,268 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 235,250 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 221,066 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 204,175 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured near battery (4.11 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 184,205 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 163,968 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 153,701 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 139,890 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 130,594 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 114,558 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 112,373 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 105,411 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 95,259 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 83,675 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 83,675 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

handbrake has very little reserve travel

Pass 4 Mar 2014 69,563 miles

N/S HEADLIGHT PATTERN POOR.

Pass 4 Mar 2013 55,837 miles

TYRES-O/S/F CLOSE LIMIT-N/S/R VERY CLOSE LIMIT.

Fail 4 Mar 2013 55,837 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

TYRES-O/S/F CLOSE LIMIT-N/S/R VERY CLOSE LIMIT.

Pass 9 Mar 2012 42,816 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 32,026 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Avensis?

Based on 3,497,866 MOT tests across 274,257 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
7,477
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
274,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 106,316
position lamp(s) not working 82,254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59,558
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49,676
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,472
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FH08 PZZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 88,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Avensis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 106,316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH08 PZZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Avensis typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH08 PZZ registered?

FH08 PZZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is FH08 PZZ safe to buy?

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